White spots on gums can develop because of canker sores, oral thrush, certain gum diseases, and even pregnancy.

Medically reviewed by John Carew, MD Key Takeaways Canker sores are common and usually go away on their own in one to two ...

Canker sores are vexing and common. The reason they occur isn’t clear, but your toothpaste could be a factor. An ingredient often used to make toothpaste foamy, sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), has been ...

If your throat is sore on just one side, it could mean an infection as minor as a cold or something more severe like an ...

Roll your tongue around your mouth, and you might feel a sting from a new tender spot. A tiny, unwelcome crater of pain, a red circle of fire tucked against your cheek. It feels worse with every ...

The Atlantic: Andres Pinto, professor at the School of Dental Medicine, discussed inflammation and genetics in relation to canker sores. “Using sophisticated computers, we can actually detect which ...

A woman's overall intake of dietary antioxidants, including vitamin C, may play a role in causing recurring aphthous stomatitis (RAS), which is better known as canker sores, according to a study ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dear Dr. Donohue — Since I turned 21, I have been battling canker sores. Every year — I am now 26 — I get at least four outbreaks ...